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NHS bosses vow to restore public confidence after breast cancer failures
Officials at a scandal-hit health trust have pledged to restore public confidence in its services.
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Recruitment drive at County Durham transport charity as CEO plans to retire
Supportive, a County Durham-based transport and social care charity, has launched a recruitment drive following the retirement announcement of CEO John Davison, who will step down in 2026 after 14 years of leading the organisation's growth and development.
Rare Darlington banknotes to go under the hammer at national auctionhouse
A collection of rare vintage banknotes from across the North East are going on sale in a national auction, based in London.
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North East city has Europe's most beautiful cathedral - better than Notre Dame
This cathedral in North East England has been crowned Europe's most beautiful cathedral, beating Notre Dame and Sagrada Família.
Boost for Darlington and County Durham women facing 'complex challenges'
Community organisations across County Durham and Darlington are set to receive £60,000 to support women facing complex challenges, following investment from Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen.
North East man takes on senior role with Durham Freemasons
Paul Swansbury, 52, from Sunderland, has been appointed assistant head of Durham Freemasons.
Probes as five HMP Frankland inmates die in eight days, including on Christmas Day
Investigations have been launched into five deaths in eight days at HMP Frankland in December.
From Screen to Legend: How Eve Valentine Became County Durham’s Horror Icon
Since her debut in 2020, Eve Valentine has emerged as the face of Dean Midas Films and one of the most recognisable figures in local independent horror. Audiences across County Durham and the wider North East have taken Eve to heart because she belongs to them. She is not a Hollywood creation, but a...
The County Durham steam train ride where you can have fish and chips and a view
Tanfield Railway in County Durham has confirmed the return of its fish and chip steam train rides in 2026 following strong demand last year.
Two children under 11 suspended over drugs and alcohol in North East in a year
Two primary school children in the North East were suspended over drugs and alcohol in the last year, shocking new figures have revealed.
Pledge to fix potholes and improve County Durham roads after Government amber rating
A council said improving the condition of local roads is a priority after receiving an amber rating by the Government.
County Durham man, 74, loses clean record and ruins his good name after drink‑driving
A veteran of the road in County Durham has lost his previously clean licence after a conviction for drink driving on the A19.
Popular County Durham Paddington Bear steam train rides to return later this year
Tanfield Railway in County Durham has confirmed it will host special Paddington-themed steam train journeys in March, with tickets now on sale.
County Durham team discover rare stellar phenomenon 730 light-years away
Astronomers from Durham University have discovered a never-before-seen shock wave around the white dwarf RXJ0528+2838, challenging existing theories on stellar behavior.
What is the weather like in Darlington and County Durham this week?
The Met Office has issued a detailed weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the week ahead.
Full list of road closures and roadworks across the North East this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, January 12
Channel 4’s The Dog House Calls on Durham Dog Lovers to Rehome a Rescue
Could you give a rescue dog a second chance and become part of one of the UK’s most heart-warming TV series? The team behind the RTS award-winning and BAFTA-nominated Channel 4 programme The Dog House is looking for people in Durham and across the UK who are ready to open their homes to a rescue [...
The County Durham castle that was demolished after being sold off in 1920s
Streatlam Castle, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, was demolished in a controlled explosion in 1959 after centuries as the home of the Bowes family.
Drunk army reservist faces the boot after assaulting his partner at their Durham home
A drunk army reservist is facing being kicked out after being convicted of assaulting his partner in their Durham home.
Family pay tribute to 'one of the last gentlemen in life' who died in North East collision
Paul Smith was taken to the RVI after the collision on Friday but sadly died yesterday